Association and Risk Factors for Hypertension and Dyslipidemia in Young Adults from Poland.

ABSTRACT: Hypertension and dyslipidemia are major risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Studies on the association between abnormal levels of lipids and hypertension have yielded inconsistent results. The aim of this study was to examine the prevalence of hypertension and dyslipidemia and its risk factors in young Polish adults. Furthermore, the association between plasma lipid levels and the risk of hypertension was determined. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 115 volunteer participants. Blood pressure was measured using an automated oscillometric sphygmomanometer. Blood lipids were analyzed from a fasting blood sample received by finger prick. Body fat percentage was assessed using a bioelectrical impedance analysis device. Socioeconomic and lifestyle factors (age, date of birth, pla

SUBMITTER: Wyszynska J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9858900 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature